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An introduction to ZadokApplying faith to all of Australian life
www.zadok.org.au ContentsSince 1976 the Zadok Institute for Christianity and Society has been helping people to apply Christian faith to Australian life. This document describes the work and mission of the Zadok Institute to promote an improved understanding of who we are, what we do, and how people can support us and become more involved. The rest of the document covers:
What they say about Zadok and our publications "As someone who find
that the Christian church often fails to understand contemporary culture,
and also provide a critique of that culture which is accessible to those
outside the walls of the church, I want to say how much I appreciate the
views of the new Zadok as a reso7urce for critical analysis on current
issues" Tim Costello "I liked the relaunched Zadok completely ... Well done" Tim Winton Introducing the Zadok InstituteZadok is an independent Christian organisation encouraging the development of a distinctively Christian ethic, world view and lifestyle within Australian society. The Institute provides a forum for dialogue and debate on a wide range of issues of concern to Australians, covering Australian public, working, and personal life. This reflects Zadok’s mission to encourage and equip an integrated and responsive approach to all aspects of life, bringing together professional expertise and Christian wisdom to explore practical issues of how we should live, work and play. As such Zadok locates itself in the workplace, the parliament, the kitchen, the boardroom, the sports ground, the artist’s squat, the farm, the press conference: the places where values are shaped and shown every day in Australian culture. Along the way the Institute has established a significant national network of thoughtful Christians with a diverse range of interests and views. The Institute publishes a quarterly journal Zadok Perspectives and regular discussion papers, arranges conferences and workshops, and provides a range of other services. The Institute is funded by its members and subscribers, and is wholly dependent on them for its finances and resources. Zadok’s mission: To promote informed,
theological reflection and engagement, … and where the name comes from: Zadok was a priest and key political advisor to King David, in the Old Testament. This early example of practicing ‘public theology’ and persistent faithfulness to God serves as both a model and namesake for the Institute. Zadok milestones — the first 25 yearsZadok was established in 1976 by two Australian Christians: Alan Kerr, a businessman, and Spencer Colliver, a senior public servant, under the auspices of Scripture Union Australia and the Australian Fellowship of Evangelical Students. David Millikan was appointed as the founding Director of the Zadok Centre (as it was first known) in 1976, becoming infamous for the 1981 ABC TV series and book The Sunburnt Soul. Also in the early 1980’s Robert Banks convened a series of workshops and conferences on ‘private values and public policy’ exploring ethics in public decision making (published in 1983). In 1983 Peter Marshall was appointed as Director with an emphasis on workplace ethics and issues — ‘helping to define and strengthen the vocation of all Christians’. In the late 1980's John Harris took over with a particular interest in the interaction between Christianity and Australian aboriginal and islander peoples, publishing the groundbraking One Blood, an epxloration of the role of the Churches in shaping Aboriginal Australia. After a period without a director, Jim Barr — the current Director — joined the Institute in 1999 with a focus on strengthening the Zadok network and exploring issues of corporate culture and spirituality. The first edition of Zadok Perspectives appeared in March 1983, edited by Doug Hynd. Ros Daziell and Digby Hannah brought their own styles and interests as editors through the 1980. The magazine was relaunched in 1998 under Daniel Batt, and continues under the current Editors Gordon Preece and Paul Mitchell. Over the years the Institute has published more than 75 editions of the journal and over 100 discussion papers, providing valuable resources for Christians in Australia and around the world. The Institute is currently working to make these materials available on CD ROM. Zadok has convened a wide range of gatherings, including numerous local network meetings, biennial national conferences since the mid-1990s, and recent national colloquia on ‘hard choices in public policy’ and on ‘consumerism, sustainability, and the good society’. Who we areJim Barr Gordon Preece Paul Mitchell Lucy Davison Chris White
Alan Hatfield Zadok Board Dianne Brown, Treasurer — consultant, Corporate Values Jennifer Collier — policy advisor, Commonwealth Department of Communications, Information Technology and the Arts Alan Hatfield, Secretary and Public Officer — retired public servant and manager Steve Hatfield Dodds — senior manager and public policy advisor, The Allen Consulting Group Simon Holt — Warden and lecturer, Whitley College Julian Jenkins — Academic Co-ordinator, Macquarie Christian Studies Institute Rebecca Monson — student activist and legal clerk Gordon Preece, Vice Chair (Publications) — Director, Ridley College Centre of Applied Christian Ethics Clive Rodger — Director, The WorkWise Group Stephen Wade, Vice Chair (Governance) — Consultant with South Australian Water Jim Barr (ex officio), Director Editorial Board Jim Barr Tim Corney Lucy Davison, Reviews Editor Paul Mitchell, Coordinating Editor and Culture Editor Gordon Preece, Commissioning Editor
What we doInstitute services and activities
Future initiatives We are currently developing new ways of working with our constituency which include:-
ResourcesZadok’s resource base includes both financial support and significant volunteer effort. Financial resources are derived from membership fees, donations, subscription income, and conferences. The Institute could not continue without the support of our members and donations by subscribers, which together make up almost half of our income. Income 2001-02
Zadok’s publications account for around two thirds of the Institute’s expenditure, with network activity and support (including events) accounting for the other third. [Linking sentence to figure?] Expenditure 2001-02
Ways to get involved or support Zadok There are a number of ways to get involved or support the Zadok Institute: Subscribe to Zadok Perspectives, for only $30 for four editions (for new subscribers) or $40 for Perspectives and around eight discussion papers — up to a third off the regular price. Become a Member — Members are the core of the Zadok network and underpin the independence and vitality of the Institute. Members contribute $200, $500 or $1000 a year (including their subscription fee), and are eligible to stand for the board or vote in the annual Board elections. Students and others on low incomes may become members for $100 a year. Members are also entitled to free back issues of Perspectives and papers. Come to a Zadok conference or other event, as advertised in Perspectives or our email newsletter (info@zadok.org.au). Our national conference is held every second year, usually near Canberra. Join a local Zadok group or network, or start one in your area. Register for Zadok email Give a gift subscription (at new subscriber prices) or take advantage of our discounts for giving three or more subscriptions. Make a donation to the Institute.
For the latest subscription rates or to subscribe e-mail us. You can contact us by telephone (0500 594 500) fax (0500 594 501) or you can e-mail any or all of: the Director (Jim Barr) the Editor (Gordon Preece) the Chair (Steve Hatfield Dodds) the Administrator (Alan Hatfield)
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